Top Powell Venues

• Spaces for 60-300 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 3 Meeting Spaces
• 1 Venue with Activities

Nestled in Columbus, Ohio, Camp Mary Orton is a historic camp and event venue operated by The Godman Guild Association. The centerpiece is the 5,000-square-foot Lodge, constructed in 1938, featuring original hardwood floors, high-beamed ceilings, and a 14-foot-wide stone fireplace. The climate-controlled Lodge accommodates up to 250 guests across two connected large rooms, an industrial kitchen, and an outdoor terrace overlooking the grounds — making it a sought-after setting for weddings, receptions, corporate events, and private celebrations. Beyond the Lodge, the property offers the Huntington Room for groups up to 125, equipped with A/V equipment, a sound system, a loft conference space, and an indoor climbing wall for team-building programs. A separate conference room handles smaller gatherings of up to 60. On-site catering is available through Blue Bow Tie Catering, and the expansive wooded grounds include hiking trails, basketball and volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, a challenge course, and a seasonal pool.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Ballroom

The Grand Ballroom at J.Liu occupies the second floor of J. Liu Restaurant & Bar's Worthington building on North High Street, a landmark topped with a twelve-foot pineapple. The ballroom features an arched ceiling rising from 12 to 20 feet and spans roughly 3,168 square feet, accommodating up to 250 seated guests for wedding receptions, ceremonies, and other celebrations. An upper terrace opens off the ballroom, giving guests a spot to step outside during a reception. The room hosts everything from formal and intimate weddings to larger themed receptions and casual affairs, with an events team that works with couples to plan floor layouts and menus for the day. Parking is available on all sides of the building, including additional spaces at the neighboring PNC Bank lot that open up in the evenings and on weekends.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

Brio Italian Grille at Polaris Fashion Place brings Tuscan-inspired Italian dining to Columbus, Ohio, serving authentic northern Italian cuisine in a warm, inviting setting designed for both everyday dining and private celebrations. The menu showcases premium steaks, chops, seafood, handmade pasta, and flatbreads prepared in a traditional wood-burning oven, complemented by Italian wines and craft cocktails. The restaurant offers private and semi-private event spaces suited for a range of occasions — from rehearsal dinners and bridal showers to corporate lunches and milestone celebrations. Brio's events team works with each group to develop customizable menus, ensuring that every gathering reflects the occasion.

• Spaces for 10-400 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Ballroom
• 7 Total Spaces

The Club at Corazon is a wedding and event venue in Dublin, Ohio, offering eight distinct event spaces across the property. The Ballroom seats up to 250 for banquet-style events, while the Vineyard accommodates 250 at dinner or up to 400 guests for a cocktail reception. The Terrace hosts 75 for seated dining or up to 150 cocktail-style, and additional spaces — including the Garden Spa, Bridal Suite, The Bar, The Lounge, and The Board Room — serve smaller gatherings and specialized functions. The venue hosts weddings alongside a range of special events: corporate team retreats, holiday parties, rehearsal dinners, networking events, bridal showers, and birthday parties. In-house catering is available, and the property includes AV connections for meetings and presentations. The Club at Corazon has been featured in Columbus Monthly, the Columbus Dispatch Wedding Guide, and Style Me Pretty.

• Spaces for 600 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Marriott Columbus Northwest is a full-service hotel and event venue in Dublin, Ohio's Blazer Parkway Research District. Following a comprehensive renovation, the property features a sophisticated, contemporary design and offers 19 configurable meeting and event spaces across up to 14,000 square feet of refreshed space — making it one of the more versatile hotel event destinations in the Columbus area. The Dublin Ballroom anchors the hotel's event offerings, spanning approximately 6,500 square feet and accommodating more than 600 guests for receptions and seated dinners. Smaller meeting rooms and boardrooms extend the range of gathering sizes, from intimate executive dinners to large-scale wedding receptions and corporate events. Full-service catering and in-house audiovisual technology are available for all events. The hotel's Two Brother Bar & Kitchen draws on locally and regionally sourced ingredients for every meal period, and the Marriott Greatroom lobby features a Starbucks coffee bar. Eligible guests can also access the M Club Lounge, a premium Marriott amenity providing complimentary refreshments and workspace.

• Spaces for 180 Guests

The Clintonville Woman's Club is a historic event venue in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 1939. The clubhouse is perched atop Adena Brook Ravine and sits adjacent to Whetstone Park of Roses, giving the property a distinctly natural backdrop in one of Columbus's established neighborhoods. The main gathering space is a multi-level ballroom with hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, and exposed wood beams — a setting well-suited for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, showers, bar and bat mitzvahs, and corporate functions. A shaded outdoor garden provides a quieter option for intimate ceremonies, while a private dining room and two additional meeting rooms round out the space for smaller gatherings and breakout use. An in-house chef provides customized menus spanning breakfast through dinner, with food served on bone china. On-site private parking is available for all events.

• Spaces for 20-300 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Event Space
• 4 Total Spaces

Whetstone Park of Roses is a public rose garden in Columbus, home to more than 11,000 roses across 350-plus varieties, making it one of the largest public rose gardens in the country. The park's Whetstone Shelterhouse, a 2,926-square-foot indoor space built in 1953, accommodates up to 175 guests and includes a kitchenette, two fireplaces, patio access, and heat and air conditioning, along with tables and chairs provided. For outdoor ceremonies, the Park of Roses offers three designated wedding sites: a fountain backdrop, a wedding trellis, and a brick gazebo, each set among the rose gardens and available as an add-on to a shelterhouse rental. Capacities range from 50 guests at the more intimate fountain and trellis sites up to 300 guests at the brick gazebo, where bleacher seating accommodates larger groups. Wedding sites are available April through October, and the shelterhouse is handicap accessible with a changing room and restrooms on site, making it a full-service setting for both ceremonies and receptions surrounded by the rose garden's blooms.

• Spaces for 75-420 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Total Spaces

The Makoy is a longstanding event venue in Hilliard, Ohio, just west of downtown Columbus near Interstate 270. Operating for more than 30 years and host to over 7,000 events, the venue has become a central Ohio staple for weddings, corporate gatherings, and celebrations of all kinds. Three indoor banquet halls anchor the property: the 9,000-square-foot Emerald Room, a grand ballroom-style space for up to 300 guests; the 7,000-square-foot Burgundy Room, featuring French Art Deco styling for medium-sized gatherings of up to 180; and the more intimate 2,400-square-foot Mezzanine, suited to smaller gatherings of up to 75. Outdoors, the Wedding Garden offers a landscaped setting for ceremonies, complete with a customizable arbor and an indoor weather backup option. The Makoy's in-house catering, led by an award-winning executive chef, along with day-of coordination and full event-planning support, rounds out the experience. The venue has earned recognition including The Knot Hall of Fame designation, a WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award, and Best of Zola honors.

• Spaces for 100-500 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Ballroom
• 4 Total Spaces

The Fawcett Center sits on the perimeter of the Ohio State University campus in Columbus, a modernist brick facility named in honor of Novice G. Fawcett, Ohio State's president from 1956 to 1972. Conceived as a multi-purpose facility to support academic, administrative, and community functions, it opened in the early 1970s and has since grown into one of the university's central gathering places for conferences, weddings, and social occasions. Its proximity to Ohio Stadium and the university's athletic facilities also makes it a convenient setting for sports-related events, press conferences, and receptions. The center offers a range of event spaces suited to different kinds of gatherings, from the fixed, tiered Conference Theater that seats up to 496 guests for keynote sessions and lectures, to the Ballroom, the center's largest and most versatile room, which accommodates up to 300 guests for weddings, conferences, and banquets and opens directly onto a private outdoor patio and lawn. The mid-sized Clinton Room, seating up to 100, suits workshops, presentations, and executive meetings, while the Club Room's built-in bar and exposed brick make it a favored spot for cocktail hours and intimate receptions. All catering at The Fawcett Center is handled in-house by its own culinary team, led by an Executive Chef, and complimentary parking is included with facility rentals.

• Spaces for 225-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Country Club

Located in Hilliard, Ohio, Heritage Golf Club features rolling greens, tree-lined fairways, and a graceful clubhouse with timeless architecture. The venue offers elegant ballrooms, terraces, and personalized catering for events large or intimate. Guests enjoy a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere that perfectly complements weddings, private dinners, and corporate functions.

• Spaces for 120-350 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center is Ohio State University's only on-campus hotel, located at the heart of the Fisher College of Business campus in Columbus. Since opening in June 2002, the full-service property has offered modern accommodations alongside more than 20,000 square feet of meeting and event space. For weddings and large celebrations, the Grand Ballroom spans 3,900 square feet and accommodates up to 300 guests for receptions; the space divides into two sections for ceremonies of up to 250. Adjacent to the hotel, the Daley Family Pavilion and Terrace provide more than 13,000 square feet of year-round entertaining space — including a 3,200-square-foot enclosed pavilion and an open-air terrace that fits up to 200 guests for ceremonies. A dedicated wedding coordinator and in-house culinary team led by Executive Chef Ernesto Padilla manage planning and custom menu creation from booking through event day. Hotel room blocks are available for out-of-town guests, and valet and self-parking options serve evening events.

• Spaces for 24-250 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Event Space
• 3 Total Spaces

The Golf Club at Little Turtle is a private country club set on more than 200 acres in Westerville, Ohio, just north of Columbus. Its centerpiece is a Pete Dye-designed 18-hole championship course, and the club also offers a fitness center, a resort-style pool, and golf simulators alongside its event spaces. For weddings, the club's newly renovated Hawthorne Ballroom seats up to 250 guests beneath chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows, anchored by a stone fireplace and a built-in dance floor. An adjacent patio opens the celebration outdoors for ceremonies and cocktail hours with views of the grounds. Smaller gatherings, such as rehearsal dinners, next-day brunches, or bridal party prep, have a home in the Executive Boardroom and The Studio, both with private access to the outdoor ceremony space. Beyond weddings, the club hosts corporate meetings, retreats, bridal showers, and holiday parties, supported by full-service catering from an executive chef and day-of planning assistance.

• Spaces for 50-980 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Ballroom
• 7 Total Spaces

The Ohio Union sits at the heart of The Ohio State University's Columbus campus, a student union along North High Street that ranks among the largest meeting venues in the city. Across 85,000 square feet of flexible space, its 34 rooms host everything from corporate meetings, conferences, and breakout sessions to fundraising galas and large celebrations. The centerpiece is the Archie M. Griffin Grand Ballroom, one of the largest ballrooms in Central Ohio at 17,276 square feet, with floor-to-ceiling windows, Swarovski crystal chandeliers, and theater seating for up to 1,700 guests. The Performance Hall, the building's second-largest space, pairs high ceilings and a built-in stage with an east wall that opens onto Potter Plaza for outdoor cocktail receptions and smaller gatherings. Room rentals include high-speed wireless internet and built-in audio-visual resources, and on-site catering is provided by Student Life University Catering. The building also houses four dining locations, including Woody's Tavern, and offers parking for up to 1,200 guests.

• Spaces for 10-200 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

NorthStar Golf Club is a private golf club in Sunbury, Ohio, just north of Columbus, where an 18,000-square-foot clubhouse looks out over an 18-hole championship course designed by John Cook. The grounds — grassy fields, ponds, and water fountains — give ceremonies and receptions a tranquil backdrop, with both indoor and outdoor event space available. Celebrations of 10 to 200 guests find a fitting room within the clubhouse. The Founders Room hosts intimate gatherings of up to 10 overlooking the first tee and pond; the Club Room, with its old world bar and views of the course and water, welcomes up to 50; and the main Dining Room serves up to 200 guests beneath vaulted ceilings, with a full bar, window-lined walls, and an optional parquet dance floor. An outdoor patio and a dedicated ceremony area round out the options. The club's team handles catering, bar service, desserts, rentals, and event planning, and a dressing room is available on site. Beyond weddings, NorthStar hosts business meetings, showers, proms, holiday parties, graduation celebrations, and rehearsal dinners — all easily reached from I-71, one exit north of Polaris Parkway.

• Spaces for 100-350 Guests
• 3 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Meeting Space

The Grand Event Center is a full-service venue in Grandview Yard, a mixed-use district in Grandview Heights, Ohio known for tree-lined walkways and easy access to downtown Columbus, the Short North Arts District, and Ohio State University. The venue offers a blend of suburban ease and urban energy just steps from hotels, shops, restaurants, and craft breweries. At its center is the 3,960-square-foot Grandview Ballroom, filled with natural light and able to host wedding receptions for up to 350 guests. The venue also offers Ballroom A, Ballroom B, and the Scioto Room, along with a pre-function space and an outdoor courtyard patio with a fire pit, giving couples and event planners a range of room sizes for ceremonies, receptions, meetings, and conferences. The Grand Event Center provides full-service planning with a dedicated event planner and an executive chef who designs menus for buffet or seated service. Complimentary parking is available in an adjacent 500-space garage, and the venue is physically connected to the Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU, with the Hyatt Place Columbus OSU next door, allowing for coordinated hotel room blocks and overnight accommodations for guests.

• Spaces for 70-300 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Set in Columbus's Arena District, Sonesta Columbus Downtown is a full-service hotel offering more than 17,000 square feet of configurable meeting and event space across multiple rooms. The venue's four primary event spaces range from the spacious Muirfield Ballroom — which seats up to 200 and accommodates 300 for cocktail receptions — to the intimate Heritage Room, suited to smaller gatherings of up to 70. Dedicated on-site meeting planners support events from initial planning through execution, and the hotel's culinary team handles catering for all social gatherings. The property sits two blocks from Nationwide Arena and within walking distance of the Greater Columbus Convention Center, offering convenient access for attendees and out-of-town guests. Exclusive Loft suites featuring soaring ceilings, authentic brick walls, and custom hardwood finishes provide distinctive accommodations for speakers or guests looking for something beyond a standard hotel room.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 space at this venue

North Bank Park Pavilion sits on the banks of the Scioto River in downtown Columbus's Arena District, where its contemporary design frames views of the city skyline. Operated by the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department, the pavilion pairs 1,820 square feet of air-conditioned and heated indoor space with a covered outdoor patio - welcoming up to 200 guests, 100 inside and 100 outside, during peak season from April through October, and 100 indoor guests from November through March. The open floor plan leaves plenty of room for personalized touches, and practical features support an event from setup to send-off: a kitchen with refrigerator, ice maker, and microwave; a changing room; a fireplace; restrooms; tables and chairs; and Wi-Fi. The facility is handicap accessible and available for rental Tuesday through Sunday, with bookings accepted up to one year in advance.

• Spaces for 300-400 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor

Creekside Conference & Event Center is an all-inclusive event venue situated above Big Walnut Creek in Olde Gahanna, Ohio. The facility spans 9,000 square feet of classically detailed interior space, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing panoramic views of the creek and surrounding plaza throughout. The venue's Plaza Ballroom accommodates up to 400 guests for weddings, galas, and corporate receptions, while a separate outdoor ceremony space hosts up to 300. Four configurable salon spaces and an executive boardroom extend the options for smaller meetings, breakout sessions, and cocktail hours. Operated by the Taste Hospitality Group, Creekside offers a comprehensive suite of in-house services — including full-service catering, ceremony and reception DJ, day-of coordination, specialty linens, floral and candle centerpieces, and a customized wedding cake — giving planners a single point of contact for the full event experience.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

The Gahanna Sanctuary is a nonprofit event venue set inside a building with more than 129 years of history, listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1987. A 2024 renovation refreshed the lighting and architectural details while preserving the character of the space, including its Tudor stained-glass windows, which give the main hall a distinctive backdrop for ceremonies and celebrations. The venue accommodates up to 280 guests across its Sanctuary Hall and Gallery spaces, making it suited to weddings, receptions, birthday parties, and business meetings. Couples and event hosts have use of a large prep kitchen, a private getting-ready suite, and an outdoor patio strung with bistro lighting. Complimentary bell tower lighting can be arranged for evening events. As a DIY facility, rental of the venue includes tables, chairs, and cleaning supplies, with free WiFi throughout. Ample free parking is available on site and nearby, and the venue sits minutes from the Creekside District with easy access to I-270, Easton Town Center, and John Glenn Columbus International Airport.